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Cruise Reviews

Find out more about the Viking experience from our guests.

JLSinSD

2018

WE WILL CONTINUE TAKING VIKING CRUISES

This was our third Viking trip in three years, all in France, and we have reservations for another 10-day Viking trip (Cities of Light) in early October 2019 from Paris to Prague. We will continue taking Viking cruises until we run out of interesting rivers or money!

Donna & Paul

2018

OUR PARIS EXTENSION WAS FABULOUS

After our river cruise of Provence we went on the Paris extension through Viking. It was wonderful. Their staff took us to the train station and made sure we got on the right train. Then Viking staff met us at the Paris train station and took us to our hotel. Their representative for Paris was wonderful. She was there every day helping us organize our days. She helped us on the logistics of the area (ATM, Metro, etc.). She helped us reserve a trip to Monet’s Garden. It made things so much easier. Our Paris extension was fabulous and should not be missed.

Carol Haselden

2018

SO EXCELLENT

My Viking river cruise in France was so excellent that I sent my two daughters and their husbands on the same trip. Now we are going together on a Viking ocean voyage in 2019. Thank you!

Jane M.

INFORMATIVE & UNIQUE

A satisfied guest

STATEROOM IS WELL LAID OUT

Lots of free time and dining area choices. Good tours; stateroom is so well laid out.

Emily M.

2017

VIKING DOES A GREAT JOB

Overall experience very attentive. Viking does a great job from meeting flight to final departure. Very pleasant and helpful staff, great food.

A satisfied guest

2017

EXCELLENT EXCURSIONS

Quality of the ship/decor. Friendliness of the staff. Excellent excursions´with knowledgeable guides.

Ron

2016

ESPECIALLY ENJOYED THE VERANDA STATEROOM

This was our third river cruise with Viking. As expected, it was fantastic. Viking truly does it right... The staff was very accommodating in all aspects. All of the meals on the ship were excellent with a lot of varied menus and choices to satisfy every palate. This was our first voyage on the new Longship... I especially enjoyed the Veranda stateroom and it is highly recommended. I certainly recommend Viking for any river cruise that you may be considering in Europe, especially in France.

Audrey

2016

WOULDN'T CHANGE A THING

The absolute BEST trip I have ever taken. The staff was amazing, the food was delicious, the guided tours were interesting and the rooms were clean and comfortable. I wouldn't change a thing about this cruise. Seeing more of France than just Paris was great. I will definitely cruise with Viking again.

Jenny

2016

EXCITING AND ENJOYABLE FOR ALL THE RIGHT REASONS

My first cruise, and I found it exciting and enjoyable for all the right reasons. A good choice of excursions and I felt spoiled rotten. Very well looked after. And what fantastic food!

Elwyn

2016

GOOD MIX OF GUESTS

Clean, friendly and efficient vessel. Wi-Fi throughout which was fast and efficient, and free! All of the staff were very friendly and helpful and I liked the fact that the dress code was smart casual. A good mix of guests as well.

Connie and Steve

2015

MORE BEAUTIFUL THAN I IMAGINED

The ship was immaculate, the meals fantastic and . . . each of the staff members . . . treated us as if it was our own private cruise . . . knowing our names, remembering every drink and acting in such a professional manner. I would also like to recognize the staff that took care of engineering . . . for without them, there is no cruise. We had a wonderful time; the sites and cities more beautiful than I could have imagined, but the trip would not have been nearly as successful if not for the many wonderful people that made it so special. For this we offer you many thanks.

Mike & Marique

2015

ENJOYED IT IMMENSELY

It was our first time in Europe and we enjoyed it immensely. The staff was first-rate, every one of them. We took some optional tours, and also left time for our own explorations of Arles, Avignon and Lyon. The veranda was a nice retreat and worth having.

Sharon & Phil

2015

EXCELLENT TOURS AND TOUR GUIDES

Superb tour. Provençale luncheon featuring all the fine foods of Provence exceeded our expectations. The tours and guides were excellent. The Program Director was enthusiastic and professional, and the Viking staff for our post-cruise extension in Nice made our stay and departure smooth and pleasant.

CruiseLyon & ProvenceSail along France’s scenic Saône and Rhône Rivers past some of the most beautiful vistas the French countryside has to offer. During your 8-day journey, explore the famed region of Beaujolais and the colorful fields of Provence. Visit Gallo-Roman ruins, walk cobbled streets and visit the historic Papal Palace in Avignon. Learn about the region’s time-honored winemaking traditions, sample Beaujolais varietals and try the world-famous regional cuisine in Lyon./images/CC_Banon_Provence_Lavendar_SKY_Alamy_RM_478x345-min_tcm28-30112.jpg